2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | MC12 | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
